School crossing tragedy, an unpopular naming plan, and a bin backflip

Local Government News Roundup

English - February 04, 2024 21:00 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MB
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Coming up today on the Local Government News Roundup:

School crossing supervisor safety concerns after a fatality in WodongaMelbourne City Council faces criticism over renaming plansTensions at a regional Council meeting over the Gaza conflictAn innovative pilot program targeting sexual health in rural communitiesA Sydney Council backtracks on waste collection frequency after complaintsA council CEO announces retirementA court asked to void a council election result in Adelaide

Plus more Council news from across Australia and beyond on the Local Government News Roundup

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